You can get 5 free channels in ZIP 96040 (Shasta Lake, CA)
Measured from the U.S. Census center of ZIP 96040 · 0 channels have a Strong indoor-ready signal.
Attic or High-Gain Window Antenna
You have 3 Strong/Moderate channels. An attic or 2nd-floor window antenna will lock in way more channels than a basic flat panel.
🧭 Broadcast Tower Compass — Which Way to Point Your Antenna
Each dot is a local TV tower relative to your center point (● Green = Strong, ● Blue = Moderate, ● Amber = Weak).
Primary Aim Direction: WSW (259°)
Place your indoor antenna near a window or exterior wall facing WSW (259°), or aim your attic/rooftop antenna toward that compass bearing for the strongest signal lock.
After placing or moving your antenna, always run a fresh TV channel rescan.
Channel Lineup & Tower Directions for ZIP 96040
Sorted with Strong signals and major broadcast networks first. Channel is the virtual channel number your TV displays; Band / RF Ch. is the actual radio frequency that determines whether you need a VHF-capable antenna. How we calculate signals.
| Channel | Network | Station | Distance | Point Antenna | Band / RF Ch. | Estimated Signal |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | ABC | KRCR-TV Redding, CA · Full Power | 63.0 mi | WSW (259°) | UHF RF 15 | ● Moderate — Window / High Indoor |
| 9 | PBS | KIXE-TV Redding, CA · Full Power | 63.0 mi | WSW (259°) | High VHF RF 9 | ● Moderate — Window / High Indoor |
| – | Local / LPTV | K05DQ-D Burney, Etc., CA · Translator | 14.8 mi | N (358°) | Low VHF RF 5 | ● Moderate — Window / High Indoor |
| 24 | NBC | KNVN Chico, CA · Full Power | 48.9 mi | SW (222°) | UHF RF 20 | ▲ Weak — Outdoor / Attic |
| 30 | FOX | KCVU Paradise, CA · Full Power | 58.6 mi | SSW (192°) | UHF RF 30 | ○ Fringe — Deep Outdoor |
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